Your carry-on baggage must be light enough that you can store it in the overhead bin unassisted.

* If you’re travelling with an infant on your lap, you can bring 1 additional standard article for your child’s belongings.Important: All carry-on baggage rules are strictly enforced. All bags that do not respect maximum sizes will need to be checked, and additional checked baggage charges may apply.

Examples of standard or personal articles (as determined by their size)

Carry-on bag, roller bag, backpack, briefcase, laptop

Sport racquet (e.g. tennis, squash, badminton), musical instrument

Cat or small dog in its carrier

Camera bag, diplomatic or consular bag

Airport shopping and duty-free purchases

Garment bag (size and weight restrictions apply)

Restricted and prohibited items

While specific restrictions apply to the transport of some items, other items cannot be brought onto the plane at all. We’ve provided a partial list on our Restricted and Prohibited Items page.

Liquids and Gels

If you travel with liquids or gels in containers over 100mL/100g (3.4oz) in your carry-on baggage you will have these items confiscated at the security checkpoint.

If you have a connecting flight you’re advised not to purchase liquids or gels in containers over 100 mL / 100 g (3.4 oz) within the secure area at the airport or on board the aircraft if you don’t have:

Laptops. The cord mouse and the Memory Stick are the only peripheral devices permitted during flight. Laptops cannot be stowed in seat back pockets, as these are not designed to sustain the weight of a laptop and may be damaged over time.

Electric shavers

Pagers (receiving type only)

"Noise busters" (electronic noise cancelling devices)

You may be asked to turn on your electronic device at the security check.

Electronic devices which cannot be used on board at any time

The use of the following electronic devices is prohibited at all times onboard our aircraft:

Wireless mouse or Bluetooth headset

Radio transmitters or radio controlled equipment/toys

Printers, computer peripheral devices or laser pointers

These items must be properly and adequately packed in your checked baggage.

Medication and medical/mobility devices

Medication

Always carry your prescription medication on board in your carry-on baggage. This is especially important if you are taking medication for heart disease, diabetes, or seizures. Passengers with severe allergies should carry one or more Epipens as they would under any other circumstances.

Medical marijuana

If you’re travelling with medical marijuana, always allow additional time for security screening. Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) officers will require that you present medical documentation, and will call local authorities to verify the validity of the documents. Carrying properly packaged medical marijuana is permitted for travel within Canada only. Flying outside of Canada with medical marijuana is illegal and prohibited by airport authorities.

Insulin

Although insulin does not generally require refrigeration, passengers wishing to keep their medication cold are asked to bring a small cooler, as the cabin crew is unable to look after medication on board. If available, extra ice may be provided as needed.

Medical or mobility devices

The following items are allowed at all times, in addition to your carry-on allowance:

Syringes or hypodermic needles for personal medical use (e.g. Epipen), provided the needle guards are intact, and that they are accompanied by the prescription medication with a printed label identifying the medication name and the issuing medical office or pharmacy.

Cremated Remains

Cremated remains may be carried on board, in addition to your carry-on allowance, provided they are stored in a cardboard or wooden box or an urn made of a material that can be security screened (with a tight-fitting lid to ensure no spillage occurs).

A certificate of cremation or death certificate is not required for the carriage of ashes. However, for international travel, customers must ensure they have obtained all documentation and certificates that may be required when travelling to or via another country. For the carriage of other human remains, please contact Air Canada Reservations.

Wedding Dresses

Wedding dresses can be carried on board and stored in the overhead bin provided the garment bag does not exceed maximum carry-on limits. Note that items in the overhead bin can shift during the flight, possibly causing delicate pieces to be wrinkled, crushed or torn.